Phil D'Anieri

Phil D'Anieri is a Lecturer at the University of Michigan, affiliated with both the Taubman College of Architecture and Urban Planning and the Program in the Environment (PitE). He teaches upper-level undergraduate courses in urban and environmental planning and landscape change.

• Ph.D. in Urban and Regional Planning (University of Michigan, 2007)

His research focuses on the politics of metropolitan-scale planning, with historical case studies of Detroit and the Appalachian Trail. His work bridges urban history, policy analysis, and environmental geography.

Key publication trends include:

• Historical analysis of planning institutions (Detroit, 1950-1990)
• Investigations of technological optimism in regional planning
• Biographical approach to environmental infrastructure (Appalachian Trail)

He maintains active engagement in environmental education through teaching roles in PitE's programs.